Spyderco’s Chaparral Birdseye Maple Pairs Wood Scales With a Thin Blade
The Spyderco Chaparral Birdseye Maple is a compact folding knife with genuine wood scales and a CTS-XHP stainless-steel blade. It has a 2.8-inch blade, measures 6.4 inches open, weighs 2.2 ounces, and is made in Taiwan. The knife is priced at $168.57, and its thin full-flat grind is designed for everyday cutting rather than heavy-duty tasks.
Spyderco lists this Chaparral as model C152WDP. Its blade runs 2.8 inches, with 2.35 inches of cutting edge, while the folder spans 6.4 inches open and 3.6 inches closed. Weight is 2.2 ounces, and production takes place in Taiwan. The steel is CTS-XHP, ground thin at 0.079 inch, or 2 millimeters.
Construction includes stainless liners, a spine-mounted lock release, and a wire clip that can be moved for left- or right-side tip-up carry. The round opening hole replaces a thumb stud. Birdseye maple scales provide the visual distinction, but the underlying platform remains the same compact Chaparral design.
This release may mainly affect everyday-carry enthusiasts, collectors, and shoppers comparing premium materials with lower-cost alternatives. A wood-scaled, compact folder could appeal to people who want a less tactical look, while its $168.57 price may push budget-focused buyers toward the Chaparral Lightweight. Because it remains a small cutting tool, its broader social impact is likely limited; any influence may show up in how hobbyists discuss material upgrades, value, and pocket-friendly design rather than in wider daily life.